Russell Jackson is a fictional character portrayed by Zeljko Ivanek in the TV series Madam Secretary.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pilot (season 1), they were 57 years old.
They appear in all 120 aired episodes and have accumulated 2556 positive votes.
Episodes120
Pilot
episode S1.E1 september 2014Newly-appointed Secretary Of State Elizabeth McCord is immediately faced with a maelstrom of complex political challenges, and an international hostage situation is her top priority. Meanwhile at home, Elizabeth questions whether she did the right thing by taking this job, as her children are finding it difficult to adjust to their new schools.
Another Benghazi
episode S1.E2 september 2014While in the process of dealing with a crisis in Yemen, Elizabeth faces a challenge at home when her oldest daughter makes headlines for protesting her university's new policy.
The Operative
episode S1.E3 october 2014Elizabeth is confronted by a hostile reporter who threatens to publish confidential documents that were leaked from inside the State Department. Meanwhile, Henry is dragged into an international negotiation when his wife uses his job as leverage to broker a deal with Pakistan.
Just Another Normal Day
episode S1.E4 october 2014While Elizabeth works to successfully broker a peace treaty between China and Japan, a Chinese student seeking political asylum threatens the deal. Meanwhile, tensions rise at home between Alison and Stevie during Alison's sleepover party.
Blame Canada
episode S1.E5 october 2014When Elizabeth faces the daunting task of negotiating with Iran over their escalating nuclear program, she is determined to deal with the situation in a peaceful manner, despite the President's position of using military action. Meanwhile, Jason has new admiration for his father when he interviews him for a school report.
The Call
episode S1.E6 october 2014Elizabeth faces unexpected consequences when she makes a plea to the President to help with a dire situation in Western Africa.
Passage
episode S1.E7 november 2014Elizabeth brings her youngest daughter Alison with her on a state department trip to India; when an earthquake causes an explosion at an American-owned factory, the chaos separates Elizabeth from Alison.
Need to Know
episode S1.E8 november 2014When the President approves Henry's reactivation into the NSA, he lies to Elizabeth about his continued involvement in the spy game. Meanwhile, Matt and Daisy's antagonism toward one another begins to affect the entire office.
So It Goes
episode S1.E9 november 2014Elizabeth, Henry and Isabelle launch their own investigation into the plane crash that killed former Secretary of State Vincent Marsh. Also, Nadine takes a step back into the dating pool when she agrees to go on a date with a NASA scientist.
Collateral Damage
episode S1.E10 november 2014When the State Department goes on lock down due to a deranged gunman outside the building, Elizabeth is confined with a delegation from Iraq whose translator threatens to reveal damaging information about her actions while in the CIA. Meanwhile, when Matt is stuck in an office with Daisy's fiancé, Win, he spills information that he shouldn't have.
Game On
episode S1.E11 november 2014Elizabeth, Henry and Isabelle work together to find former Secretary of State Vincent Marsh's secret bank account, but soon uncover that one of Elizabeth's staff members already has access to it.
Standoff
episode S1.E12 january 2015When a Texas state trooper is killed by a Mexican cartel smuggler, Elizabeth arranges an extradition deal before going on vacation to celebrate her 25th wedding anniversary in New York City. However, when political issues arise around the case, she is forced to cut their trip short. Also, Elizabeth's son injures himself while Blake is watching him.
Chains of Command
episode S1.E13 january 2015Elizabeth pushes for the prosecution of a diplomat after he is caught holding a maid hostage in his home. Also, Henry's father comes to visit. Emmy Award winner Tom Skerritt and Aasif Mandvi guest star.
Whisper of the Ax
episode S1.E14 march 2015Elizabeth is humiliated at a public budget hearing when her staff fails to find the corruption that exists in her microloan program. Also, the investigation into Marsh's death continues. Kevin Rahm and Journalist Martin Bashir guest star.
The Ninth Circle
episode S1.E15 march 2015Elizabeth heads to Turkey to mend political relations after the Turkish government releases a video that could be damaging to the CIA. Also, Jason is threatened with expulsion after punching a bully at school.
Tamerlane
episode S1.E16 march 2015Elizabeth secretly travels to Iran in an attempt to prevent a coup that could impact President Dalton's administration. Also, she brings her staff up to speed on the investigation into Marsh's death. Anna Deveare Smith guest stars.
Face the Nation
episode S1.E17 march 2015As Elizabeth attempts to hold herself together, she tries to prevent an ecological disaster and prepares for an appearance on "Face the Nation"; Henry and Elizabeth disagree on the level of protection Jason should have at school.
The Time Is at Hand
episode S1.E18 march 2015While Elizabeth looks for a diplomatic way to handle a cult in Bolivia, the organization takes a congressman hostage; Stevie introduces her boyfriend to Elizabeth and Henry.
Spartan Figures
episode S1.E19 april 2015Elizabeth and President Dalton work together to solve the Greek debt crisis, but not everyone at home is happy with the agreement. Meanwhile, Henry mulls over a new job offer, and Stevie reconnects with her childhood friend, the President's son.
The Necessary Art
episode S1.E20 april 2015A Russian nuclear submarine disappears in American waters, putting Elizabeth in a tricky situation.
The Kill List
episode S1.E21 april 2015As Elizabeth prepares for the arrival of Iranian President Shiraz to sign a nuclear treaty, she uncovers a top secret plot to assassinate him on United States soil. At the same time, she must deal with a massive protest by the Human Rights Campaign in response to Iran's plans to stone a gay citizen to death. Also, Elizabeth sees a therapist to deal with her PTSD.
There But for the Grace of God
episode S1.E22 may 2015When Elizabeth confronts her former friend Juliet, she flashes back to when then-CIA Director Dalton offered her a job that would have changed the course of her life. Also, Stevie and President Dalton's son, Harrison, begin a relationship that will have consequences.
The Show Must Go On
episode S2.E1 october 2015When contact with Air Force One has been lost with the president and speaker of the House aboard, the vice president in surgery and the president pro tempore of the Senate incapacitated, Madam Secretary became Madam acting President. Her daughter was found in a hotel room with the President's son and her husband is being forced to turn one of his Russian students into an American spy. The secretary was supposed to sing a novelty song at the Eastern Trade Conference. Fortunately, she didn't.
The Doability Doctrine
episode S2.E2 october 2015Elizabeth takes advice from former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and ignores President Dalton's recommendation on how to negotiate the safe return of a State Department employee who was kidnapped in Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Henry is having trouble persuading a student to spy for the U.S. government.
The Rusalka
episode S2.E3 october 2015Elizabeth and President Dalton's administration are met with hostility while trying to deal with the Russian government. Also, Dmitri is kidnapped and interrogated about being a Russian spy. Jill Hennessy returns as Jane Fellows, Henry's defense intelligence agency superior.
Waiting for Taleju
episode S2.E4 october 2015Elizabeth finds herself pushed out of the President's inner circle after she disagrees with his response to the growing tension with Russia. Also, when incriminating photos of Stevie and Harrison surface, Elizabeth and Henry must deal with the aftermath and try to protect their daughter from the media.
The Long Shot
episode S2.E5 november 2015In the wake of President Ostrov's death, Elizabeth and President Dalton fear a power grab within the Russian government. Also, the government's Cybersecurity Coordinator Oliver Shaw (Kobi Libii) works to identify the hacker who interfered with the communication system on Air Force One, and Jay devises a plan to fight Russian propaganda.
Catch and Release
episode S2.E6 november 2015When an American aid worker is killed in Syria by the first known American ISIS leader, Elizabeth recalls all aid workers stationed there including her brother, Will, and makes it her mission to get justice for the victim.
You Say You Want a Revolution
episode S2.E7 november 2015With the support of President Dalton, Elizabeth attempts to get the Senate's support for a history-making effort to lift the Cuban trade embargo. Also, Henry and Alison bond while touring Havana together.
Lights Out
episode S2.E8 november 2015As tensions rise with Russia, Elizabeth, Russell and Mike B. (Kevin Rahm) hatch a plan to oust Craig Sterling (Julian Acosta) from his role as National Security Advisor without tarnishing President Dalton with a scandal. Also, Ephraim Ware (Clifton Davis), the Director of National Intelligence, identifies who hacked Air Force One.
Russian Roulette
episode S2.E9 november 2015Shortly before Elizabeth is to deliver a speech at the United Nations accusing Russia for the attack on Air Force One, Henry shares information that makes her reconsider her theory.
The Greater Good
episode S2.E10 december 2015Elizabeth and President Dalton discover a secret that could impact Maria Ostrov's reputation; Dmitri wants to stop being a spy.
Unity Node
episode S2.E11 january 2016After the death of Maria Ostrov, Elizabeth works to maintain a fragile peace. Henry is in grief over the loss of his student Dmitri. Efforts are made to save American astronauts.
The Middle Way
episode S2.E12 january 2016Elizabeth heads to Myanmar to finalize an important trade agreement. There, she deals with a conflicted American ambassador and a hostage situation. At home, she and Henry fend against neighbors' complaints.
Invasive Species
episode S2.E13 january 2016After Henry's father dies, painful and shocking family secrets are uncovered; Russell decides to keep significant information from Elizabeth's team.
Left of the Boom
episode S2.E14 february 2016Elizabeth deals with extremely sensitive issues in Saudi Arabia as she oversees a mission to find those responsible for a uranium heist Eastern Europe.-
Right of the Boom
episode S2.E15 february 2016Following a shocking event on U.S. soil, Elizabeth rushes to find answers to President Dalton's many questions about how it was able to occur. 
Hijriyyah
episode S2.E16 march 2016After an Italian warship answers a distress call from a ship carrying Libyan refugees, Elizabeth is given 20 minutes to decide whether to question a passenger who claims to know the whereabouts of Jibral Disah, the most-wanted terrorist in the world.
Higher Learning
episode S2.E17 march 2016While Elizabeth accompanies Alison on a college campus tour, she is ambushed by protesters about a Chilean mining operation involving the U.S. and Chilean government. Also Henry attempts to track down Jibral Disah's third wife, Hijriyyah.
On the Clock
episode S2.E18 march 2016As Elizabeth holds peace talks between the prime ministers of India and Pakistan, a mysterious plane crash tied to both countries causes the three parties to reevaluate the deal. Also, in an attempt to help the NSA locate the terrorist Jibral Disah, Henry approaches a former teacher of one of Disah's wives for information, and Elizabeth withstands a grueling interview with Jane Pauley.
Desperate Remedies
episode S2.E19 april 2016Efforts to negotiate the release of the Nigerian schoolgirls take a serious turn when the Marburg Virus infects the emissary sent to secure their return. Aid organizations struggle to contain the outbreak in volatile Cameroon amid threats of terrorism. Elizabeth agonizes over offering an experimental but effective treatment to the infected leader of the terrorists in exchange for the release of the girls & safety for the aid organizations treating the people.
Ghost Detainee
episode S2.E20 april 2016After Elizabeth delivers her first speech to the United Nations General Assembly formally condemning the terrorist group Hizb-al Shahid, she discusses forming a coalition against them with the Russian Foreign Minister. However, the talks create a conflict of interest between Elizabeth and Henry, who is searching for a way to save Dmitri's ill sister, Talia Petrov, from the Russian government.
Connection Lost
episode S2.E21 april 2016Henry, Jose & Jane are sent to Pakistan on a dangerous mission, when POTUS receives word that Disah is in Islamabad and may be receiving direct assistance from the Pakistani government
Render Safe
episode S2.E22 may 2016The United States debates enacting a "render safe" mission to secure nuclear weapons that belong to the Pakistani government before it collapses, while the Murphy Station pursues the terrorist Jibral Disa.
Vartius
episode S2.E23 may 2016When Elizabeth receives shocking news about an important political operative, she navigates a tricky political situation with President Dalton, who she learns may be considering replacing her as Secretary of State. Also, Stevie and Jareth (Christopher O'Shea) get engaged.
Sea Change
episode S3.E1 october 2016Elizabeth asks President Dalton to reexamine his approach to climate change, which could put his re-election campaign in jeopardy.
The Linchpin
episode S3.E2 october 2016Elizabeth negotiates a regime change with Algeria; Henry finds out that religious antiquities are being destroyed by Hizb al-Shahid in Algeria and a security detail are assigned to the the McCord kids.
South China Sea
episode S3.E3 october 2016Madam Secretary has to deal with militant environmentalists in the South China Sea.
The Dissent Memo
episode S3.E4 october 2016After a bombing at a political rally in Angola, Elizabeth must find a way to respond to a "dissent memo" from the Bureau of African Affairs when they criticize the Dalton Administration's lack of attention to the upcoming Angolan election.
The French Revolution
episode S3.E5 november 2016When an imminent U.S.-France state dinner is jeopardized after a CIA operative is captured by French intelligence, Elizabeth must negotiate the operative's release while keeping the event on track. Also, Russell tries to woo back big donors to Dalton's campaign, and the McCords get an important lead in their family's stalking case.
The Statement
episode S3.E6 november 2016Someone with ties to the Saudi government funding a terrorist bombing at an Illinois coffee shop; Mahoney declines to issue a statement when information comes out that he and the bomber are linked to the same mosque.
Tectonic Shift
episode S3.E7 november 2016After Venezuela's president and his immediate successors are killed in a devastating earthquake, Elizabeth works to stop a power grab by the late president's son, as well as secure the release of the international aid team he arrested. Also, Elizabeth's brother, Will (Eric Stoltz), is torn between saving his marriage by settling down and taking a job at Walter Reed Medical Center or going to Venezuela to assist in the relief effort.
Breakout Capacity
episode S3.E8 november 2016President Dalton eagerly awaits voting results on Election Day, Elizabeth uncovers information that could put America's peace deal with Iran in jeopardy; Jason challenges his parents by supporting another candidate for president.
Snap Back
episode S3.E9 december 2016Elizabeth attempts to prevent a war when Israel threatens military action against Iran.
The Race
episode S3.E10 december 2016When a possible Israel-Iran war threatens the House's imminent vote on the U.S. presidential election, Elizabeth attempts to bring the two reluctant countries to the negotiation table in an effort to broker a peace between them. Also, Russell's life hangs in the balance after a heart attack. Emelyn Daly returns to guest star as Henry's niece, Sarah.
Gift Horse
episode S3.E11 january 2017When the Mongolian government sends Elizabeth a horse as a gift, she thinks accepting it could upset other Asian countries, but she stirs up more controversy when she considers returning it to Mongolia. Also, Gov. Sam Evans threatens to sue Ohio for putting President Dalton on the election ballot, and Stevie has an interesting first day as Russell's new intern.
The Detour
episode S3.E12 january 2017When the Secretary of State makes a trade visit to Africa, her party hits competition and technical difficulties. Meanwhile, her husband meets an old adversary.
The Beautiful Game
episode S3.E13 january 2017Mrs. McCord and Jay's peace treaty plans for Iran and Israel are jeopardized when an influential rabbi is killed; Elizabeth's name is floated for a Nobel Peace Prize; Daisy makes a connection with a new work colleague.
Labor of Love
episode S3.E14 march 2017When the upcoming marriage of two star-crossed lovers from Colombia is in jeopardy, Elizabeth works to reunite the son of the Colombian president and the daughter of the rebel leader, whose union is at the heart of an important peace deal after years of civil war.
Break in Diplomacy
episode S3.E15 march 2017Elizabeth visits the newly elected President Andrada to advise against withdrawing from the Singapore Interchange agreement. Progress is made on the BoJ compound while Jay looks into Kevin Park's research.
Swept Away
episode S3.E16 march 2017Elizabeth's landmark global climate treaty with more than 200 countries is jeopardized when China threatens to back out due to her meeting with an ailing Dalai Lama. Also, Henry worries about his undercover operative's safety, and Jay is surprised when Abby serves him with a custody agreement for their daughter.
Convergence
episode S3.E17 march 2017When a computer sting uncovers the possible mole in the CIA arms smuggling ring, Elizabeth's questioning of the suspect makes her think that a larger, more dangerous force is behind the operation. Also, Henry worries that the doomsday cult is drugging his embedded operative, and Elizabeth and her State Department staff come up with an unorthodox approach to solving black rhino poaching in Namibia. Enrico Colantoni guest stars.
Good Bones
episode S3.E18 april 2017Elizabeth enlists the help of a Hollywood starlet to free victims of human traffickers in Kyrgyzstan. Henry's finds the bomb he's been looking for when his undercover agent brings it to a local mall but uncovers an even deadlier plot.
Global Relief
episode S3.E19 april 2017When warring factions threatened global relief efforts in Somalia, Elizabeth considers asking a notorious Russian arms dealer for help. Henry is taken off the VFF doomsday cult case.
Extraordinary Hazard
episode S3.E20 april 2017Jay is kidnapped in France while hunting for a suspect in a CIA arms smuggling case. Henry suspects the VFF is planning an attack in Israel. Jason dupes his parents into buying him an expensive calculator which he uses to impress a girl.
The Seventh Floor
episode S3.E21 may 2017The Secretary and her team must help save an American journalist held hostage in Sudan.
Revelation
episode S3.E22 may 2017During the G20 conference, Elizabeth worries about Henry, who was sent to Israel to intercept the VFF's bio-weapon. Blake reveals a secret to former colleagues. Elizabeth goes behind Stevie's back to get her off the Harvard Law waiting list.
Article 5
episode S3.E23 may 2017Elizabeth heads to Brussels to seek NATO's aid in stopping Russia when the Russians threaten to invade Bulgaria. France's refusal may bring an end to the alliance. Henry's assignment on Russia causes him to turn to his former protege, Dmitri Petrov.
News Cycle
episode S4.E1 october 2017Forthcoming conflicts over resource claims in the arctic. Now that climate change has enabled free passage of ships through the arctic there will be conflicting ownership claims involving Russia, USA, Canada and probably China.
Off the Record
episode S4.E2 october 2017Libya is sliding into chaos and as Elizabeth tries to renegotiate a peace deal, a traffic incident involving a local girl threatens to derail the talks.
The Essentials
episode S4.E3 october 2017Elizabeth tries to find funding for the electrical grid in a Syrian refugee camp during a government shutdown.
Shutdown
episode S4.E4 october 2017Elizabeth has to negotiate an agreement to end the shutdown. Meanwhile, replacing Nadine proves to be difficult.
Persona Non Grata
episode S4.E5 november 2017After the ambassador to Kyrgystan is declared persona non grata, Elizabeth must find away to hold the human trafficking conference in Kyrgystan.
Loophole
episode S4.E6 november 2017When the President and Elizabeth refuse to negotiate with a terrorist to return a CIA asset, the rest of their team must find an acceptable way.
North to the Future
episode S4.E7 november 2017When a Russian dissident flees to the U.S. after contracting smallpox, Secretary of State Elizabeth McCord and retired U.N. Ambassador Kat Sandoval (Sara Ramirez) must work with Russian Foreign Minister Konstantin Avdonin (Yasen Peyankov) to contain the outbreak.
The Fourth Estate
episode S4.E8 november 2017McCord and her staff must work to rectify a botched extradition of a Mexican cartel leader to the US.
Minefield
episode S4.E9 december 2017Secretary McCord hosts a holiday party as part of a push to persuade Senators to sign a landmine treaty. Henry looks to incriminate the Senate majority leader with collusion with the Russians.
Women Transform the World
episode S4.E10 december 2017Secretary McCord realizes that a diplomatic solution may serve the Afghan government better than war with the Taliban. Henry and Dmitri try to convince a Russian spy to help the US. Daisy returns from maternity leave and decides to tell Joe's mother about the baby.
Mitya
episode S4.E11 january 2018When Vice President Hurst feels threatened that Secretary of State McCord is vying to be the next president, she attempts to set Elizabeth up for failure by promising that Americans will continue to be able to adopt Russian orphans, despite the potential ban by Russia's president. Also, Elizabeth and Henry find out Stevie is dating Dmitri after he is followed by a Russian assassin.
Sound and Fury
episode S4.E12 january 2018After a sonic attack in Bulgaria, President Dalton threatens Russia over their alleged involvement causing his mental status to be questioned.
Reading the Signs
episode S4.E13 march 2018Elizabeth seeks creative solutions when the president of Sri Lanka's psychic convinces him to not move forward with a trade agreement with the U.S.
Refuge
episode S4.E14 march 2018Jay and Kat scheme to allow LGBQT immigrants bypass the normal refugee process; however, their scheme quickly unravels when a country shuts down their border and it threatens the US standing with the country's neighboring countries.
The Unnamed
episode S4.E15 march 2018Elizabeth is torn about presenting the Presidential Medal of Freedom to someone who may not deserve it. President Dalton doubts his ability to return to leadership despite being cleared by doctors.
My Funny Valentine
episode S4.E16 april 2018As the 20th anniversary of the embassy bombing in Uganda approaches, emotions run high among the State Department staff, who had personal connections to lives lost that day, including Elizabeth, who must decide if the United States should lift sanctions against the country deemed responsible. Also, Henry tries to help Jason break up with Piper.
Phase Two
episode S4.E17 april 2018Phase 2 of Elizabeth's deal with Iran is put in jeopardy when a Senator claims that money from Phase 1 was used in a bombing that killed a US citizen. Henry mulls over whether to accept the chair of the new military ethics department.
The Friendship Game
episode S4.E18 april 2018Negotiations for an agreement to combat gang violence in South America become complicated when the US's partner is complicit in a kidnapping. Elizabeth worries she is no longer fun.
Thin Ice
episode S4.E19 april 2018While the Secretary attends a summit intended to resolve territorial claims on the North Pole, an activist group detonates a bomb, and Russia is behind it. Henry helps a student through a hard decision.
The Things We Get to Say
episode S4.E20 may 2018Elizabeth must be careful of what she says and does while dealing with a refugee situation and being shadowed by a reporter.
Protocol
episode S4.E21 may 2018When terrorists threaten to cause a flood in the Middle East that could kill millions of people, Elizabeth's hopes of getting a neighboring country to close the dam fade after the government suddenly goes dark during a coup. Also, Stevie is tasked with finding Russell an activity that will help manage his stress.
Night Watch
episode S4.E22 may 2018Elizabeth and the cabinet must brace for fallout after President Dalton announces a retaliatory nuclear strike on a nation that has launched missiles at the US.
E Pluribus Unum
episode S5.E1 october 2018Elizabeth relies on the advice of former secretaries of state on how to handle a delicate situation.
The Chaos Game
episode S5.E2 october 2018Elizabeth attempts to hunt down those who attacked the White House. When she finds they had ties to foreign entities, she must be careful not to incite a war. Henry meets one of the attackers.
The Magic Rake
episode S5.E3 october 2018After a factory fire, Elizabeth flies to Milan to face off against the Chinese Foreign Minister over a treaty to end sweatshops. Daisy struggles against he feelings of pessimism for her baby's future.
Requiem
episode S5.E4 october 2018When the remains of U.S. soldiers who served in World War II are uncovered in Southeast Asia, Elizabeth's hopes of bringing them home quickly fade when a stubborn leader stands in her way. Also, Henry and Stevie find themselves publicly targeted by a restaurant owner who is angry about Elizabeth's policies, and Alison volunteers for a local congressional campaign.
Ghosts
episode S5.E5 november 2018While in Thailand, Henry finds himself at the center of an international incident when an ex-girlfriend is imprisoned for criticizing the monarchy. Elizabeth helps Jason prep for college.
Eyjafjallajökull
episode S5.E6 november 2018When the eruption of an Icelandic volcano strands Elizabeth at an airport in Ireland with the Turkish foreign minister, she tries to broker a deal with him to save the lives of thousands of Syrian refugees. Also, Henry gives advice to Alison about an awkward topic.
Baby Steps
episode S5.E7 november 2018When the surrogate carrying the grandchild of the Vice President is arrested for human trafficking, Elizabeth must get involved. Henry thinks Stevie is being followed. Blake deals with demanding Japanese gardeners.
The Courage to Continue
episode S5.E8 november 2018Elizabeth attempts diplomacy with Haiti without resorting to military action. Haiti's leader refuses to step down despite losing an election. Blake needs to find a new job before being fired.
Winter Garden
episode S5.E9 december 2018Elizabeth and Jay must work to keep Spain from defeating a historical agreement between Serbia and Kosovo. Henry has to deal with a bizarre encounter with Secretary of Defense, Gordon Becker.
Family Separation: Part 1
episode S5.E10 december 2018Elizabeth goes head to head with a U.S. governor over the state's new policy of separating unauthorized immigrants from their children.
Family Separation: Part 2
episode S5.E11 january 2019Elizabeth goes head to head with a U.S. governor over the state's new policy of separating unauthorized immigrants from their children.
Strategic Ambiguity
episode S5.E12 january 2019Elizabeth must salvage a deal with a military contractor by supplying fighter jets to Taiwan, but she risks triggering a war with China in the process. Also, Daisy gets frustrated with Matt for failing to help take care of her dog like he promised.
Proxy War
episode S5.E13 january 2019An American-Made cluster bomb leaves innocent Syrian children dead, leaving Elizabeth to figure out what went wrong. Russell argues with a homeless protester leaving him with a PR disaster to deal with.
Something Better
episode S5.E14 february 2019When a group of American missionaries become hostages during a violent uprising abroad, Dalton must confront demons from his past in order to help Elizabeth secure their safe return home.
Between the Seats
episode S5.E15 march 2019Elizabeth tries to finalize a deal to bring the US troops home from the Middle East. A woman's life is threatened by rumors she is involved with one of Elizabeth's staffers. Henry provides relationship advice to Will.
The New Normal
episode S5.E16 march 2019When a super typhoon threatens a small Pacific island, and Elizabeth and her team must find a way to relocate the entire population before landfall.
The Common Defense
episode S5.E17 march 2019While Elizabeth is away, her staff tries to secure an international agreement to protect citizens who have been displaced due to global warming. Daisy and her daughter are caught up in a measles outbreak.
Ready
episode S5.E18 march 2019A NATO ally carries out a state-sponsored assassination attempt against one of its own citizens, who is also a U.S. resident and old friend of Elizabeth's; Alison starts dating the son of one of Elizabeth's political rivals.
The Great Experiment
episode S5.E19 april 2019As Elizabeth prepares to declare her candidacy for president, she must deal with fallout from a news article alleging she had an affair with President Dalton during her CIA days; Mike B. and Jay adjust in their roles as campaign staffers.
Better Angels
episode S5.E20 april 2019Elizabeth is ready to leave the state department and announce her run for president. Terrorists attack the UN delegation in Geneva.
Hail to the Chief
episode S6.E1 october 2019Elizabeth must fend off a baseless investigation into her past that threatens to derail the first major legislation of her presidency; Henry squirms after his appearance on a late night show results in heightened scrutiny of his marriage.
The Strike Zone
episode S6.E2 october 2019Elizabeth faces mounting protests over rising fuel costs as she prepares to throw out the first pitch at a New York Mets game; Mike B. is questioned about whether the McCord campaign conspired with Iran to steal the election.
Killer Robots
episode S6.E3 october 2019Elizabeth must decide whether to use autonomous unmanned weapons or send U.S. soldiers to bring the mastermind of the UN gas attack to justice; Blake is questioned by Sen. Hanson about potential campaign finance violations.
Valor
episode S6.E4 october 2019Henry teams up with a Marine veteran to fight for legislation that helps Veterans Affairs provide better mental health care, but he encounters surprising resistance from VP Carlos Morejon; Sen. Hanson questions Daisy about her past.
Daisy
episode S6.E5 november 2019When evidence implicates Daisy in the leak of hacked information during the presidential campaign and threatens to topple Elizabeth's presidency, Elizabeth must decide what to believe and how far she's willing to go to uncover the truth. Also, Henry and Elizabeth host former President Dalton (Keith Carradine) at the White House after his interview with Bob Schieffer.
Deepfake
episode S6.E6 november 2019A faked video make it appear that Elizabeth and Henry are mocking a foreign dignitary, they struggle to convince him not to pull out of the trade agreement. Stevie must say goodbye to an important person.
Accountability
episode S6.E7 november 2019When the mastermind behind a foreign country's hack of a senator's personal information is located, Elizabeth must decide whether to extract him; Jason faces backlash after he confronts his school newspaper over its coverage of Elizabeth.
Ships and Countries
episode S6.E8 november 2019When an American tech CEO goes missing in a foreign country, Elizabeth must navigate complicated diplomatic terrain to get him back; things get personal when Stevie and Henry testify at impeachment proceedings.
Carpe Diem
episode S6.E9 december 2019Elizabeth faces a crisis when a military conflict in international waters spirals to the brink of nuclear confrontation; with the imminent threat of impeachment looming, Elizabeth and Henry make a list of things to do while she's still in office.
Leaving the Station
episode S6.E10 december 2019President Elizabeth McCord kicks off a new landmark political initiative with help from members of the World Cup Champion U.S. Women's Soccer team, while Flo Avery (Cicely Tyson), who was born the day women were granted the right to vote, looks on. Opposing the initiative is Senator Amy Ross (Tyne Daley) from Ohio. Also, the McCords overcome last-minute obstacles to pull off a spectacular family celebration with a reunion of familiar faces, that includes a performance by Peter Frampton.
- Pilot
- Another Benghazi
- The Operative
- Just Another Normal Day
- Blame Canada
- The Call
- Passage
- Need to Know
- So It Goes
- Collateral Damage
- Game On
- Standoff
- Chains of Command
- Whisper of the Ax
- The Ninth Circle
- Tamerlane
- Face the Nation
- The Time Is at Hand
- Spartan Figures
- The Necessary Art
- The Kill List
- There But for the Grace of God
- The Show Must Go On
- The Doability Doctrine
- The Rusalka
- Waiting for Taleju
- The Long Shot
- Catch and Release
- You Say You Want a Revolution
- Lights Out
- Russian Roulette
- The Greater Good
- Unity Node
- The Middle Way
- Invasive Species
- Left of the Boom
- Right of the Boom
- Hijriyyah
- Higher Learning
- On the Clock
- Desperate Remedies
- Ghost Detainee
- Connection Lost
- Render Safe
- Vartius
- Sea Change
- The Linchpin
- South China Sea
- The Dissent Memo
- The French Revolution
- The Statement
- Tectonic Shift
- Breakout Capacity
- Snap Back
- The Race
- Gift Horse
- The Detour
- The Beautiful Game
- Labor of Love
- Break in Diplomacy
- Swept Away
- Convergence
- Good Bones
- Global Relief
- Extraordinary Hazard
- The Seventh Floor
- Revelation
- Article 5
- News Cycle
- Off the Record
- The Essentials
- Shutdown
- Persona Non Grata
- Loophole
- North to the Future
- The Fourth Estate
- Minefield
- Women Transform the World
- Mitya
- Sound and Fury
- Reading the Signs
- Refuge
- The Unnamed
- My Funny Valentine
- Phase Two
- The Friendship Game
- Thin Ice
- The Things We Get to Say
- Protocol
- Night Watch
- E Pluribus Unum
- The Chaos Game
- The Magic Rake
- Requiem
- Ghosts
- Eyjafjallajökull
- Baby Steps
- The Courage to Continue
- Winter Garden
- Family Separation: Part 1
- Family Separation: Part 2
- Strategic Ambiguity
- Proxy War
- Something Better
- Between the Seats
- The New Normal
- The Common Defense
- Ready
- The Great Experiment
- Better Angels
- Hail to the Chief
- The Strike Zone
- Killer Robots
- Valor
- Daisy
- Deepfake
- Accountability
- Ships and Countries
- Carpe Diem
- Leaving the Station
Best moments10
- Elizabeth attempts to prevent a war when Israel threatens military action against Iran.
- When a possible Israel-Iran war threatens the House's imminent vote on the U.S. presidential election, Elizabeth attempts to bring the two reluctant countries to the negotiation table in an effort to broker a peace between them. Also, Russell's life hangs in the balance after a heart attack. Emelyn Daly returns to guest star as Henry's niece, Sarah.
- When a group of American missionaries become hostages during a violent uprising abroad, Dalton must confront demons from his past in order to help Elizabeth secure their safe return home.
- As tensions rise with Russia, Elizabeth, Russell and Mike B. (Kevin Rahm) hatch a plan to oust Craig Sterling (Julian Acosta) from his role as National Security Advisor without tarnishing President Dalton with a scandal. Also, Ephraim Ware (Clifton Davis), the Director of National Intelligence, identifies who hacked Air Force One.
- Madam Secretary has to deal with militant environmentalists in the South China Sea.
- With the support of President Dalton, Elizabeth attempts to get the Senate's support for a history-making effort to lift the Cuban trade embargo. Also, Henry and Alison bond while touring Havana together.
- President Elizabeth McCord kicks off a new landmark political initiative with help from members of the World Cup Champion U.S. Women's Soccer team, while Flo Avery (Cicely Tyson), who was born the day women were granted the right to vote, looks on. Opposing the initiative is Senator Amy Ross (Tyne Daley) from Ohio. Also, the McCords overcome last-minute obstacles to pull off a spectacular family celebration with a reunion of familiar faces, that includes a performance by Peter Frampton.
- When the Mongolian government sends Elizabeth a horse as a gift, she thinks accepting it could upset other Asian countries, but she stirs up more controversy when she considers returning it to Mongolia. Also, Gov. Sam Evans threatens to sue Ohio for putting President Dalton on the election ballot, and Stevie has an interesting first day as Russell's new intern.
- After a sonic attack in Bulgaria, President Dalton threatens Russia over their alleged involvement causing his mental status to be questioned.
- When terrorists threaten to cause a flood in the Middle East that could kill millions of people, Elizabeth's hopes of getting a neighboring country to close the dam fade after the government suddenly goes dark during a coup. Also, Stevie is tasked with finding Russell an activity that will help manage his stress.
- Snap Back
- The Race
- Something Better
- Lights Out
- South China Sea
- You Say You Want a Revolution
- Leaving the Station
- Gift Horse
- Sound and Fury
- Protocol